Dr. Karen M. Kostroff
Overview
"Karen Kostroff, MD, is the chief of breast surgery at Northwell. She is one of New York's most renowned breast cancer surgeons, and one of the nation's leading breast cancer specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of women at risk for hereditary breast cancer.At a very young age, Dr. Kostroff knew she wanted to help others. ""When I was 6 years old, my father was in a very serious accident,"" she says. ""Seeing him being cared for by wonderful doctors sparked a passion in me to do the same.""After completing a six-year medical honors program at Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Kostroff completed her residency at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, which included a concentration on cancer surgery and breast disorders at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Institute. Her training continued at Brigham and Women's Hospital of Harvard Medical School, where she completed a fellowship in cancer surgery.For Dr. Kostroff, providing the highest level of care goes way beyond having the best surgical skills. As a recipient of numerous patient satisfaction awards, including Northwell's Patient Choice Award, she is most appreciated for the compassionate, accessible and thorough care she delivers every day. ""It's important my patients and their family members feel supported throughout their journeys, and have the education and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health,"" Dr. Kostroff explains.Collaboration is also important to Dr. Kostroff. She works closely with a dedicated team of specialists and participates in a weekly tumor board to develop the most personalized treatment plans. She's additionally passionate about training the next generation of breast surgeons in her role as assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.""Being a breast cancer surgeon is such a rewarding career. Sharing good news and getting people through difficult times-that's what makes it all worthwhile.""".
Dr. Kostroff is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2001 Marcus Avenue, W-270, Lake Success, NY 11042
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Mskcc Surgery Group
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As a hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon, my expertise is in the surgical care of people who have cancer or benign disease of the pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and ampulla. However, my main area of expertise is pancreatic cancer.I chose to specialize in pancreatic cancer for a variety of reasons. It is a complex and aggressive disease that requires surgical and medical management based on innovative research. In addition, providing surgical treatment for pancreatic cancer demands great technical skills, and effective treatment requires a team of experts with access to the most sophisticated technology available.At Perlmutter Cancer Center, we perform more than 100 Whipple procedures—a complex surgery for cancer in the head of the pancreas—each year with outstanding outcomes. The mortality rate of Whipple procedures at our center is among the lowest in the world. I have performed more than 1,200 of these procedures.Our team has expertise in robotic surgery of the pancreas and liver, as well as in the removal of pancreatic tumors that involve major vessels, which is also known as locally advanced pancreatic cancer. We use transplants to manage certain types of liver tumors and offer precision treatment for all stages of pancreatic cancer. Our patients have access to the most advanced clinical trials.I feel privileged to share in the lives of people who have received a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and shepherd them through treatment. One of the most rewarding parts of. Dr. Wolfgang is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
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Samuel Singer is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in New York, New York. Dr. Singer has been practicing medicine for over 44 years is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liposarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karen M. Kostroff
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karen M. Kostroff?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karen M. Kostroff by calling their office at 516-775-7676. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karen M. Kostroff a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen M. Kostroff is classified as an Distinguished expert for Breast Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Karen M. Kostroff specialize in?
While Dr. Karen M. Kostroff is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Karen M. Kostroff participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karen M. Kostroff has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Karen M. Kostroff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karen M. Kostroff accept my insurance?
Dr. Karen M. Kostroff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-775-7676 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- AngiosarcomaDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast LumpDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Lump.
- GalactocoeleDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Galactocoele.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Kostroff isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
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- Breast InfectionDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- FibroadenomaDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Fibrocystic Breast DiseaseDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrocystic Breast Disease.
- Giant Mammary HamartomaDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Mammary Hamartoma.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Kostroff isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- Experienced
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Li-Fraumeni SyndromeDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Li-Fraumeni Syndrome.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- MastectomyDr. Kostroff isExperienced. Learn about Mastectomy.